Press Brake Operator

Super Steel, LLC; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for bending and forming metal sheets with precision, ensuring high-quality standards are met. The position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact the production of complex weldments and finished products. With a focus on safety and quality, you will utilize your mechanical aptitude and attention to detail to excel in this role. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive workplace, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in metal fabrication with press brake equipment.
• Basic proficiency in math and understanding of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Bend and form metal sheets and plates according to specifications.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Attention to Detail

Basic Math Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Press Brake Equipment

Handheld Measuring Devices

Microsoft Office

Job description

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier one, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards. Our unparalleled full-service metal fabrication and supply solutions reduce our Fortune 500 customers’ overall spend by exceeding their reliability, strength, and performance expectations. We offer a diverse range of supply options, including rapid response cut, form, and machining support, as well as full-service in-house contract metal fabrication, machining, coating, and assembly solutions. These services are well-suited for products that require a high level of manufacturing repeatability and accuracy.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under general supervision, the PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR is responsible for bending and forming metal sheets and plates by applying appropriate techniques in accordance with product specifications and safety requirements.

Reports to the Front Fabrication Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Shifts Available: 1st Shift (6:00AM – 2:30PM Monday – Friday)
• Understands the bending and forming processes, machinery, and operations to make equipment adjustments as necessary and safely to produce quality components.
• Reviews bills of materials and consistently checks material measurements and thickness for accuracy.
• Checks all incoming material to sketches/drawings/documents to ensure quality parts.
• Selects proper tooling to perform the job; responsible for storing all tooling appropriately to ensure prolonged tool life and quality.
• Forms material by safely and correctly holding and guiding material into press brake.
• Completes and maintains all necessary and associated paperwork.
• Sound ability to understand and properly interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders, following procedures.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Good organizational and cleanliness skills (Super Steel 7S) are required.
• Adheres to all Super Steel and OSHA safety-related work rules and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• High school diploma or general education (GED) and 4 or more years of work experience required.
• Basic hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Must have worked with and thoroughly understand press brake equipment to run proper pre- and post-safety and preventive maintenance (PM) operations.
• Ability to understand and properly interpret work orders, follow procedures and maintain a high attention to detail.
• Basic math skills (add, multiply, subtract, divide, whole numbers, and fractions), including the ability to interpret measurements using handheld and mechanical measuring devices and power tools.
• Ability to work individually, or on occasion in a team environment.
• Basic proficiency in using computers, Microsoft Office desirable.

Benefits:

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA): As part of your benefits package at Super Steel LLC, you will be eligible for an ICHRA. The monthly pre-tax reimbursement amount is determined by your age, while your spouse will receive $272, and each child will receive $135. This arrangement allows you to choose a health insurance plan that best fits your needs and provides support for qualifying medical expenses not covered by your selected insurance. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Vision and Dental Insurance by Delta Dental. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Short Term Disability, ADD&D, and Life Insurance. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): You will have the option to participate in a flexible spending account for health expenses. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays: You will receive 9 paid holidays each year, effective the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: You will be eligible to participate in our 401(k) plan starting on the 1st of the month after 90 days of employment.